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Faculty of Health alumni support Canadian athletes with publicity and performance analysis

Fourth-year Recreation and Sport Business students recently returned from London, England — a hub for international sport organizations, events and businesses — as part of an eight-day study abroad course.

Recreation and Leisure Studies associate professor Dr. Karla Boluk has received an Early Researcher Award valued at $100,000.

The Academy of Leisure Sciences (TALS) presents Heather Mair with a teaching Fellow award for her outstanding work in the field of leisure.

Recreation and Leisure Professor Dr. Troy Glover has co-created a tactical guide called Activate Your Neighbourhood that aligns with Canada's physical activity strategy.

Dr. Heather Mair, professor and associate chair for graduate studies, is the 2023 recipient of the Senior Graduate Mentorship Award, while Dr. Karla Boluk, associate professor and associate chair for undergraduate studies, is the 2023 recipient of the Mid-career Graduate Mentorship Award. 

Brendan Riggin is recognized for his impact and lasting influence on student learning.

The department of Recreation and Leisure Studies publicly and categorically denounces all acts of hate rooted in the broader culture of violence toward women, queer and trans people, and racialized and Indigenous peoples.

The 30^th annual Graduate Leisure Research Symposium was held in person on May 4, 2023 under the theme “Back to the future – what matters in Rec and Leisure.” The invited keynote speaker was Mac Ross, Assistant Professor of Sport Management at Western University. Professor Ross uses his research to advocate for equity and justice within the Canadian sport system. The keynote lecture was supported by the Lyle S. Hallman Professorial Endowment.

Congratulations to Zara Rafferty for being awarded the Distinguished Teacher Award, 2023!